Medical Assisting
Diploma, Medical Assisting
Diploma, Medical Assisting
Program Requirements
42 creditsGeneral Education
Complete 1 of the following groups:
Medical Assisting Core
Complete 1 of the following groups:
Required Courses
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| MED-101 | Medical Terminology | 3 |
| MED-102 | Medical Law and Ethics | 2 |
| MED-103 | Human Diseases | 3 |
| MED-110 | Clinical Procedures I | 4 |
| MED-111 | Pharmacology for the Medical Assistant | 3 |
| MED-120 | Clinical Procedures II | 4 |
| MED-121 | Medical Office Administration | 3 |
| MED-130 | Phlebotomy and Laboratory Procedures | 3 |
| MED-140 | Medical Assisting Externship | 4 |
Total Credits Required: 42
Career Outcomes
Medical Assistants
Median Salary
$42,000/yr
$35,000
$49,000
+12.5%
Projected Outlook
112,300
Annual Job Openings
754,000
Currently Employed
Data sources: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Projections Central, and O*NET.